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K9 SODA

Service

Puppy Development

Structured early development for working dog puppies before formal training begins.

What this service solves

Puppies destined for working roles benefit from intentional early exposure and drive development. Missed windows are difficult to recover later.

Who this is for

  • Buyers planning to take delivery of a puppy and begin training themselves.
  • Departments raising a litter for future working roles.
  • Trainers raising prospects for green-dog placement.

What is included

  • Social exposure with people and other dogs.
  • Environmental confidence on surfaces, in vehicles and around urban distractions.
  • Drive development through structured play.
  • Foundation obedience appropriate to age.
  • Early evaluation notes for the next training phase.

Process

  1. Litter assessment

  2. Socialization plan

  3. Environmental exposure

  4. Drive and engagement work

  5. Foundation obedience

  6. Evaluation handover

Limitations

  • Puppy assessments are indicative; behaviour continues to develop.
  • We will recommend against placement into roles a puppy does not suit.

Related services

Working dog needs starting from this service?

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